Ethel Mitsuko Higa, 73, of Keaau, Hawaii, a retired waitress, died in Hilo Medical Center. She was born in Hilo. She is survived by son Frank Mitsumura; sisters Shirley Matsunaka, Jean Sindt, Sharon Yamamoto, Helene Carvalho and Cindy Takimoto; and brother Leslie Nishihara. Services: 9 a.m. Monday at New Hope Hilo Hawaii Gathering Place. Casual attire. No flowers.
Our deepest condolences to the family and friends of the deceased
